Cilantro-Lime Chicken Bowls with Peach Salsa

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Indulge in a burst of fresh flavors with these Cilantro-Lime Chicken Bowls topped with vibrant Peach Salsa—a delightful combination that’s as colorful as it is delicious. Tender slices of chicken breast, marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime honey sauce, are paired with fragrant jasmine rice and crowned with a refreshing salsa made from ripe peaches and crisp bell peppers. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, these bowls are a celebration of summer’s bounty. Get ready to elevate your taste buds with this vibrant and satisfying meal!

Ingredients: Peach Salsa:

  • 3 yellow peaches, medium size, pitted and diced
  • 1 sweet red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (or more, to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (or more, to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)

Cilantro-Lime Honey Chicken:

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, skinless, boneless, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (juice from 1/2 lime)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Rice:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (such as Jasmine rice)

Garnish:

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, sliced

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Peach Salsa:
    • In a medium bowl, combine diced peaches, red bell pepper, red onion, green onions, chopped cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
    • Stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lime juice, chili powder, or salt as desired.
    • Cover the salsa and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Marinate the Chicken:
    • In a mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken breasts with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
    • Drizzle olive oil and freshly squeezed lime juice over the seasoned chicken. Mix well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated.
    • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter to the skillet.
    • Once the butter is melted and the skillet is hot, add the marinated chicken slices. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
    • During the last few minutes of cooking, drizzle honey over the chicken slices in the skillet. Use a spoon to baste the chicken with the honey as it caramelizes.
  3. Assemble the Bowls:
    • Divide cooked rice evenly among serving bowls.
    • Top the rice with slices of cilantro-lime honey chicken.
    • Spoon generous amounts of peach salsa over the chicken.
    • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a slice of lime.
  4. Serve immediately, and enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of these Cilantro-Lime Chicken Bowls with Peach Salsa!

Conclusion: With their zesty chicken, fragrant rice, and refreshing peach salsa, these Cilantro-Lime Chicken Bowls are a feast for the senses. Whether enjoyed for a leisurely lunch or a hearty dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and bold flavors. So gather your ingredients and treat yourself to a taste of summer with these delightful and satisfying bowls!